Team Metabolic Health The gut is home to a network of over 100 trillion microorganisms, creating a vast microbiome that helps the body break down food and absorb nutrients. However, the gut does a lot more than just digest food. The overall state of a person’s gut can affect other aspects of health, making it […]
Ozempic underworld: Inside the black market of obesity drugs
Team Metabolic Health BOULDER, COLO. — Not far from the majestic Rocky Mountains is an ordinary suburban neighborhood, a tree-lined street and a modest light gray home. It’s not the kind of place you’d imagine an investigation into black market Ozempic would lead. But it did. A CNBC investigation into counterfeit weight loss drugs revealed […]
Ever hear of tonsil stones?
Team Metabolic Health They’re a common cause of bad breath and sore throats — and apparently a well-kept secret. Recently, a friend asked me about tonsil stones. He has sore throats several times a year, which are instantly relieved by gargling to remove them. When I told him I thought tonsil stones were pretty rare, […]
How Broad Beans Can Help With Mental Health
Team Metabolic Health It is often the tiniest of interventions that may deliver some respite. One of the most undervalued vegetables happens to be broad beans, which scientists have highlighted for their potential mental health benefits. This article examines these findings, glancing at how a broad bean may be an ally in supporting mental wellness. What […]
Ozempic’s cousin drug liraglutide is about to get cheaper. But how does it stack up?
Team Metabolic Health Fourteen years ago, the older drug cousin of semaglutide (Ozempic and Wegovy) came onto the market. The drug, liraglutide, is sold under the brand names Victoza and Saxenda. Patents for Victoza and Saxenda have now expried. So other drug companies are working to develop “generic” versions. These are likely be a fraction of current cost, which is around A$400 a […]
Understanding Krishnasportsnews: Dosage and Route of Administration for Sportsmen
Understanding Krishnasportsnews: Dosage and Route of Administration for Sportsmen In the world of sports, performance enhancement and recovery are crucial aspects that athletes focus on. One emerging topic gaining attention is the krishnasportsnews dosage and route of administration for sportsmen. This article explores the significance of proper dosage and administration routes for athletes aiming to […]
Are Stroke Survivors Getting Too Many Sedatives Like Xanax, Valium?
Team Metabolic Health Doctors might be overprescribing sedatives to stroke survivors, a new study warns. About 5% of people are prescribed a benzodiazepine following a stroke, to help calm anxiety and improve sleep, researchers found. Benzodiazepine meds include Valium, Ativan and Xanax. But these prescriptions often are for pills that last longer than a week, which could […]
Is your heart attack risk going up because of factors other than cholesterol? Watch your triglycerides
Team Metabolic Health High triglyceride levels often come from consuming excessive fats — from oils, dairy and animal products Whenever we talk about heart attacks caused by plaque deposits in the blood vessels, we always talk about controlling cholesterol. Truth is while cholesterol gets most of the attention, triglycerides are another significant risk factor. In […]
Anadrol Oxymetholon Wirkung, Dosierung, Nebenwirkungen Und Alternativen
Anadrol Oxymetholon Wirkung, Dosierung, Nebenwirkungen Und Alternativen Alle anabolen Steroide senken den natürlichen Testosteronspiegel, die negativen Auswirkungen von Anadrol auf den Testosteronspiegel sind jedoch dramatisch. Das ist ein anderes Erscheinungsbild als bei heutigen Bodybuildern, die mehr androgene Verbindungen einnehmen und schnell eine Glatze bekommen. CrazyBulk’s Anadrole könnte als eine sicherere und legale Alternative zu dem […]
Can Constipation Cause Back Pain?
Team Metabolic Health Back pain is common and is usually caused by an injury or age-related degenerative conditions affecting the spine, spinal nerves, or muscles in the back. But injuries and age aren’t the only causes of back pain. Have you ever had back pain that seems unrelated to any injury? Surprisingly, this unexpected back […]
Off-label semaglutide, tirzepatide lower HbA1c and body weight in type 1 diabetes
Team Metabolic Health Adults with type 1 diabetes had significant declines in body weight at 1 year of off-label semaglutide and tirzepatide use. Use of both medications was associated with reductions in total daily insulin dose. Adults with type 1 diabetes using either semaglutide or tirzepatide off-label had greater decreases in body weight and HbA1c […]
How Does Trulicity Work for Weight Loss?
Team Metabolic Health Trulicity (dulaglutide) is FDA approved to treat Type 2 diabetes. It’s also approved to prevent heart problems in people with Type 2 diabetes and heart disease, or risk factors for heart disease. Even though it can cause you to lose weight, Trulicity is not FDA approved for weight loss. Other medications similar […]
Six common flying with food allergies myths
Team Metabolic Health A recent review in Archives of Disease in Childhood presents common misconceptions regarding food allergies during air travel and discusses strategies to help prevent them. Background Food-allergic passengers feel heightened anxiety while flying due to the perceived risk of peanut or tree nut particle exposure through airplane ventilation systems. Food allergies can result in […]
Food packaging should have labels on front about health impact, says WHO
Team Metabolic Health Packaged food and drinks should have easy-to-read nutritional information on the front of the products to help consumers make healthier choices, according to the first-ever World Health Organization draft guidelines that stopped short of recommending harsher warning labels. Increased consumption of processed foods high in salt, sugar and fat is a key […]
Could Weight-Loss Drugs Help Get People Back to Work?
Team Metabolic Health The British government announced a multimillion dollar pharmaceutical partnership with Eli Lilly, including a trial that will study the impact of a weight-loss drug on work and productivity. Around one in four adults in Britain is obese, according to estimates from the country’s National Health Service, and the problem costs the public […]